2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (286 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 749 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (358 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | TrailBlazer | Monterey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 374 Nm | 358 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |